VICE PRESIDENT

Mr. Rodriguez Peña is a dedicated educator with a profound passion for developing and coaching teachers to become effective educational leaders. With 26 years of experience in the field, he brings extensive knowledge of techniques and strategies to enhance academic achievement, socio-emotional skills, and language proficiencies for learners of all ages.

A graduate of the University of Pedagogic Sciences in Cuba, Mr. Rodriguez Peña also holds a master’s degree from the University of Informatics Sciences. He completed a dissertation on the methodology for integrating technology in teaching English to speakers of other languages as part of an accelerated doctoral program. Mr. Rodriguez Peña has developed curricular materials and programs for school districts and teacher preparation programs, led community organization initiatives, and served as an ambassador for newcomers to the United States. His dedication to language learning fuels his mission to share cutting-edge, research-based practices with teachers and administrators, while also recognizing and valuing their contributions. Mr. Rodriguez Peña  has been instrumental in redesigning the Spanish immersion program in the Lansing School District and in cultivating culturally responsive and linguistically supportive environments for Latino students across all schools. His efforts have greatly impacted Latino students throughout the Lansing community.

After nearly a decade of successful principalship in the Lansing School District, Mr. Rodriguez Peña currently serves as the Senior Director of Academies. In this role, he continues to inspire and support educators in their professional development, drawing on his extensive experience and passion for education focused on student success.